Kaitiaki Ranger

Make a Lasting Impact Play a vital role in preserving Aotearoa's natural landscapes and protect our flora & fauna
- The salary range for this position is $58,816 to $66,578
- Four fixed-term, 4-month full-time roles based in Te Kūiti

**Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa**

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa.

Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whānau, hapū and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.

Tō tātou taiāo. Tō tātou hītori. He tāonga tūturu nō Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua.

Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.

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**He angitūtanga | About the role**

You'll play a key role in projects dedicated to the care and maintenance of species, eco-system protection, as well as front and backcountry busy tourist sites in the Maniapoto.

The position will be focussed on:

- Track clearing and maintenance in the back and front country.
- Maintaining huts, bridges, and other structures.
- Biodiversity initiatives: trapping, monitoring, predator and weed control
- Working collaboratively with iwi, hapu, whanu

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience**

If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:

- Bush skills
- Good communication skills
- Off track navigation and GPS skills
- Interest in conservation and preservation of natural taonga
- Mechanically minded
- Ability to work within a team
- Strong health and safety focus
- Ability to work in isolated environments
- Hands-on practical skillset
- Understanding of tikanga Māori & Mātauranga Māori

We are passionate about developing our people and will provide conservation education and qualification.
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**Mō te tīma | About the team**

When you join us, you are stepping into a supportive and collaborative team who value their staff and foster personal development and growth. The operational team is led by the Operations Manager and consists of the Heritage and Visitors, Biodiversity, and Community teams. Our work culture is positive, promoting cross-team cooperation for essential tasks. Get ready for a rewarding journey within a welcoming environment.

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?**

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. You can learn more about what we offer here.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.

The salary range for this position is $58,816 to $66,578 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.
- Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory - this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment._

Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.

**Rā katinga | Applications close** at 11:59 pm on Tuesday 26 November 2024

**Taupānga | Job reference**: DOC/1823396